AKHILESH THAKUR
NPI 1881118909
Hospitalist in Bossier City, LA

Active since July 31, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2400 HOSPITAL DR STE 130, BOSSIER CITY, LA 71111(318) 212-7990 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 3, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 3, 2024, May 15, 2023, Sep 2, 2022 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2017).

About Akhilesh Thakur NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

AKHILESH THAKUR (NPI 1881118909) is an individual hospitalist provider in Bossier City, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (324848) and active in the NPI registry since July 2017. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Christus Shreveport-bossier Health System, and is a graduate of Other (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1881118909
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208M00000X
Provider Legal NameAKHILESH THAKUR
Location Address2400 HOSPITAL DR STE 130Bossier City, LA 71111-2386
Mailing Address2400 Hospital Dr Ste 130Bossier City, LA 71111-2386 · (318) 212-7990
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateJuly 31, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 3, 20245 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 3, 2024
✔ NPI 1881118909 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyHospitalistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208M00000X
License✔ Licensed in LA · 324848
Definition
Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 324848 (LA)
2400 HOSPITAL DR STE 130, Bossier City, LA 71111

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Akhilesh Thakur is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID4688084569
PECOS Enrollment IDI20201104000972
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency– Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

3

Medicare enrollment records show Akhilesh Thakur reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

0.2 mi
Hospitalist
2525 VIKING DR
Bossier City, LA 71111
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Louisiana enrollment
Hospitalist
2400 HOSPITAL DR, SUITE 130
Bossier City, LA 71111
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Louisiana enrollment
  • 27 clinicians in this Medicare group
Family Medicine
1541 KINGS HWY
Shreveport, LA 71103
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Louisiana enrollment
  • 1,167 clinicians in this Medicare group

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
266 services103 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
217 services103 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
113 services110 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
71 services71 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
17 services17 patients
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
13 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Christus Shreveport-Bossier Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · Shreveport, LA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190041
Location1453 E Bert Kouns Industrial LoopShreveport, LA 71105 · Caddo County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Willis Knighton Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Shreveport, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190111
Location2600 Greenwood RoadShreveport, LA 71103 · Caddo County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

North Caddo Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Vivian, LA
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number191304
Location815 South Pine StreetVivian, LA 71082 · Caddo County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 71111 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$124.60 typical visit price
range $53.43 – $164.73
Typical copayment $31.15 (range $13.35 – $41.18)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.09 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $23.77 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 10

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
2400 HOSPITAL DR STE 130
BOSSIER CITY, LA 71111
Physician Assistant
2400 HOSPITAL DR STE 130
BOSSIER CITY, LA 71111
Internal Medicine
2400 HOSPITAL DR STE 130
BOSSIER CITY, LA 71111
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
2400 HOSPITAL DR STE 130
BOSSIER CITY, LA 71111
Hospitalist
2400 HOSPITAL DR STE 130
BOSSIER CITY, LA 71111
Internal Medicine
2400 HOSPITAL DR STE 130
BOSSIER CITY, LA 71111
Hospitalist
2400 HOSPITAL DR STE 130
BOSSIER CITY, LA 71111
Hospitalist
2400 HOSPITAL DR STE 130
BOSSIER CITY, LA 71111

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Akhilesh Thakur's NPI number?

The NPI number for Akhilesh Thakur is 1881118909. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 31, 2017.

Where is Akhilesh Thakur located?

Akhilesh Thakur practices at 2400 Hospital Dr Ste 130, Bossier City, LA 71111. The listed phone number is (318) 212-7990.

What is Akhilesh Thakur's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.

Is Akhilesh Thakur enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Akhilesh Thakur is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Akhilesh Thakur's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Akhilesh Thakur reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Taaj, LLC (Bossier City, LA), Wk Bossier Hospitalists (Bossier City, LA) and Lsu Health Sciences Center Shreveport Faculty Group Practice (Shreveport, LA). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Akhilesh Thakur's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Akhilesh Thakur accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and 1 other insurer list Akhilesh Thakur as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Akhilesh Thakur affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Akhilesh Thakur is affiliated with Christus Shreveport-Bossier Health System, Willis Knighton Medical Center and North Caddo Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Akhilesh Thakur was last updated on September 3, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.